Snus, Strips, Sticks and Orbs are “other tobacco products” or “smokeless” tobacco products are being marketed by big tobacco as a “less risky” alternative to smoking and products that help to reduce tobacco’s...

Irene Lofland has been involved with the AHA for a few years now and has played many different rolls when it comes to her volunteer efforts. Aside from being involved with our AHA You’re the Cure Network, she is very passionate about raising awareness...

There is stil time to RSVP for Washington State Lobby Day. Later this month on January 28th American Heart Association advocates will meet with lawmakers in Olympia to advocate for the important issues of childhood obesity prevention and tobacco prevention...

Natalie was on her way home after a long busy day at work when she realized something wasn't right and stopped by a local emergency room. That stop after work was one of the best decisions she could have made after they discovered she was about to...

As an active advocate for the AHA, Abby Vostad knows that heart disease is the number one killer of women. After losing her Grandmother to heart disease, Abby has taken a proactive approach to her heart health. Abby helped the AHA promote National Healthy...

Last week’s announcement by the FDA paves the way for the eventual elimination of artificial trans fats. The importance of this can’t be understated – This is a great victory for the health of the American public and supported by the...

This month, we are looking at the impact of tobacco. Last week, we posted how tobacco use affects the body. This week, we'll examine the impact on our kids.
The chart below was developed by the Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids. Most of us would be...

Local firefighter Josh Moore developed the ACT: C3 program to improve the cardiac arrest survival rates in Eugene & Springfield, Oregon. Learn more about the project and how it is already impacting these communities.

With your help Hawaii is working to improve the stroke systems of care in our state. A good system of care helps ensure that a stroke victim will get to the right place and get the right treament as fast as possible.

Earlier this fall Michael Stockwell joined survivors and doctors from health organizations across the country to storm Capitol Hill as an advocate for National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding. Read more about his experience in Washington D.C.

The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association has teamed up with emergency medical service (EMS) providers, hospitals, healthcare providers, public health, health insurers, legislators, community members and others to draft a time sensitive...

After years of advocating for Oregon, Government Relations Director, Stephanie Tama-Sweet, is moving into a new position within the American Heart Association as the Western Region Campaign Manager with Voices for Healthy Kids (VFHK), a recently formed...

The link between heart disease and tobacco use is clear. However, do you ever wonder about the Ohio statistics related to tobacco prevention and cessation?
Check out the updated data available through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...

Two years ago, Dan Muhleisen had a stress test because his blood pressure and cholesterol were slightly elevated. The test was normal, but his doctor suggested he come back to discuss medication options. Dan encourages others to educate yourself about...

North Dakotans are celebrating the one year anniversary of passage of their smoke-free law. On November 6, 2012, all 53 counties in the state of North Dakota voted in support of a 100% smoke-free law. The smoke-free ballot initiative was supported by...